Statistics on COVID-19, unemployment & UI benefits
Updated : March 26th, 2020
There is little doubt that coronavirus has taken the world by storm. With West Virginia reporting a confirmed case, all 50 states in the United States are now affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The deadly virus is not only leading to the shutdown of the states and assaulting the U.S. economy but also is increasing the unemployment rate. For those losing employment through no fault of their own, filing for UI benefits can be an effective way to overcome the unexpected financial crisis.
Amid the outbreak of coronavirus, many states have eased the unemployment benefits criteria and are offering immediate financial relief to those who have lost employment owing to the COVID-19 pandemic impacts such as travel restrictions, project cancelation, temporary shutdown of social gathering places, etc.
In this article, we will have a detailed look at the number of COVID-19 cases in popular states, the unemployment rate, and the unemployment benefits (UI) offered.
| STATES | CONFIRMED COVID-19 CASES | UNEMPLOYMENT RATE 2020 | UI BENEFITS (MAX/WEEK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2,484 | 2.8 | $275 |
| Michigan | 2,856 | 3.8 | $363 |
| California | 4,044 | 3.9 | $450 |
| New Jersey | 6,876 | 3.8 | $696 |
| Illinois | 2,538 | 3.5 | $648 |
| Nevada | 420 | 3.6 | $426 |
| Ohio | 867 | 4.1 | $598 |
| New York | 38,977 | 3.8 | $435 |
| North Carolina | 829 | 3.6 | $350 |
| Pennsylvania | 1,718 | 4.7 | $561 |
| Oregon | 316 | 3.3 | $538 |
| Washington | 3,207 | 3.9 | $713 |
| Connecticut | 1,012 | 3.7 | $688 |
| Kentucky | 248 | 4.3 | $502 |
| Virginia | 460 | 67 | $378 |
| Georgia | 1,643 | 3.1 | $330 |
| Minnesota | 346 | 3.2 | $740 |
| Maryland | 580 | 3.3 | $430 |
| Massachusetts | 2,417 | 2.8 | $1153 |
| Indiana | 645 | 3.1 | $390 |
| Colorado | 1,430 | 2.5 | $573 |
| Louisiana | 2,305 | 5.3 | $284 |
| Tennessee | 1,098 | 3.3 | $275 |
| New Hampshire | 158 | 2.6 | $427 |
| Missouri | 502 | 3.5 | $320 |
| Iowa | 180 | 2.8 | $559 |
| Wisconsin | 707 | 3.5 | $370 |
| Oklahoma | 250 | 3.3 | $520 |
| Alabama | 531 | 2.7 | $265 |
| Utah | 402 | 2.5 | $543 |
| Arizona | 508 | 4.5 | $240 |
| South Carolina | 456 | 2.4 | $326 |
| Rhode Island | 165 | 3.4 | $707 |
| Arkansas | 335 | 3.5 | $451 |
| Hawaii | 106 | 2.7 | $630 |
| Kansas | 168 | 3.1 | $474 |
| Maine | 155 | 3.1 | $667 |
| Idaho | 189 | 2.8 | $414 |
| West Virginia | 76 | 5.0 | $424 |
| Montana | 90 | 3.5 | $518 |
| Nebraska | 68 | 2.9 | $414 |
| Delaware | 130 | 4.0 | $330 |
| Vermont | 158 | 2.4 | $466 |
| Mississippi | 485 | 5.5 | $235 |
| Wyoming | 56 | 3.7 | $489 |
| Alaska | 59 | 6.0 | $442 |
| District of Columbia | 267 | 5.2 | $444 |
| South Dakota | 46 | 3.4 | $390 |
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I work for a church pre school program and I have lost my job due to coronavirus. When I applied for unemployment in Texas it says that two does not except this employer as my last employer. I’ve been working there for 13 years. What do I do?
Mary,
Please wait. There might be changes to the system in the next few days.
Chad ….. how do I get thru when it wont accept my ID or my password. I change it 5 times and it still wont work. Calling is not working at any time when I spend and whole day calling back to back to get thru. why don’t they just help or force the employers ( company) to place they claims in for their workers like GM did……I NEED HELP…PLEASE.
Chad,
We understand this might be a difficult time for you. We’re anticipating a shortage of staff across unemployment offices due to the massive surge in UI applications considering the pandemic. We advise against calling or visiting the office, as you may not get a response instantly.
Your state may have activated “Extended Benefits (EB)” authorized by the federal government. We recommend you apply for UI benefits online. For more information, please visit your state’s official Unemployment website.
I’m trying to apply online in Texas but the website is down. When will it be up and working again?
Kathy,
It may have crashed/down due to a sudden surge in the number of applicants. Please keep trying.
i live in ga…all the day cares have shut down my wife and i have full time jobs,,,but i have to leave my company which i have been there for over two years,to take care of our child….can i still collect unemployment…this covid virus is why i have to leave my job…
Gary,
We understand this might be a difficult time for you. We’re anticipating a shortage of staff across unemployment offices due to the massive surge in UI applications considering the pandemic. We advise against calling or visiting the office, as you may not get a response instantly.
Your state may have activated “Extended Benefits (EB)” authorized by the federal government. We recommend you apply for UI benefits online. For more information, please visit your state’s official Unemployment website.
are you kidding me my son lost his job on 10/17/2020 hes mentally challenged and cant file on his own because he doesn’t know how so I started going to sites trying to file for him and the residence inn Marriott promised to help him and have done zip . ive tried 10 different sites and I keep getting dropped wen I complete forms and push submit. 12 days now n still cant file a claim.
Martin,
There’s only one website you should be trying from. Please let us know your state and we’ll share the website information.
I have submitted my forms EXACTLY as I was instructed too on line. Even though I have filled out the paperwork correctly I keep getting emails asking for me to fill out the form that I have done multiple times already. Remuneration – Claimant Questionnaire is the issue. I got online and requested a phone call. 3 days ago. I just need to know that you guys received everything and I don’t owe any more information.
Nobody answers the 617-626-6800 number. Just get directed to the internet. Well, you can’t speak with the internet. I am getting mixed messages and I fret that this will delay any benefits.
Could someone please give me a call.
James,
Please try finding answers online since there might be limited phone support due to the shortage of staffing. This is a private forum and we’ll not be able to arrange a callback.
I work for a church that has grown it’s congregation over almost 40 years and we now have 26 mostly full time employees, most being here many years. Will our employees be able to file and receive benefits since we are an EXEMPT from paying unemployment industry? State of Florida
Regina,
Please read more about the recent announcement. Your workers should be able to claim.
My unemployment benefits ran out 3/1/2020 am I able to file for extended benefits ? I live in California and am 62 years old.
Ariana,
We understand this might be a difficult time for you. We’re anticipating a shortage of staff across unemployment offices due to the massive surge in UI applications considering the pandemic. We advise against calling or visiting the office, as you may not get a response instantly.
Your state may have activated “Extended Benefits (EB)” authorized by the federal government. We recommend you apply for UI benefits online. For more information, please visit your state’s official Unemployment website.